Distributed storage network with coordinated partial task execution and methods for use therewith
US9848044B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 27, 2014 |
| Grant date | Dec 19, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 12, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2211/1028
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method includes receiving a task for execution by a plurality of distributed storage and task execution units A priority level is determined for the task. A plurality of coordinated partial task requests are generated and sent to the plurality of distributed storage and task execution units, wherein the plurality coordinated partial task requests indicate a plurality of coordinated partial tasks and the priority level. A plurality of partial task results are received in response to performance of the plurality of coordinated partial tasks by the plurality of distributed storage and task execution units. A task result for the task is generated based on the plurality of partial task results.
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